Do I need travel insurance?

Travel insurance is mandatory for all travelers and should be taken out at the time of booking. You must provide proof of your travel insurance on the first day of your trip; you will not be able to join the trip without it.

What does my policy need to cover?

At a minimum, your travel insurance should be ‘comprehensive’, providing cover against personal accident, death, medical expenses, emergency repatriation and personal liability. We also strongly recommend it covers cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects.

How do I find out about the visa requirements?

Yes, India requires a visa. You can obtain an electronic visa. We always recommend passengers to check with their local embassy, as visa rules can change without notice. The websites of the embassies of your home country will always have information about the requirements, costs of visas and the necessary forms. To apply for an eVisa, check the following information from the Indian government website https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/ ###MX In addition to your passport, all Mexican travelers need to apply for a tourist eVisa in order to visit India, which you must apply for one month prior to your trip. You can do this from the comfort of your home on the Government of India website and it costs around 80 USD. ###CO In addition to your passport, all Colombian travelers need to apply for a tourist eVisa in order to visit India, which you must apply for one month prior to your trip. The procedure is done from the page of the Government of India and has a price of about 80 USD.

What are the medical and vaccination requirements?

Medical and vaccination requirements differ between nations and as we are not medical practitioners, we unfortunately cannot advise on this issue. Please see your local GP or travel doctor for details and advice about current vaccination requirements.

What if I get ill or injured on the trip and unable to continue?

Our leaders are trained to deal with these situations, and we will endeavor to get you help as quickly as possible. If you must leave the trip early due to illness, our local offices will help you find appropriate medical care and ensure someone at home is aware of the situation. We will do whatever we can to get you home or on your onward journey. Your travel insurance, which is compulsory on all our trips, should cover any costs incurred if illness occurs.

What type of luggage do you recommend me to take?

On most trips you will be required to carry your own luggage, sometimes up stairs and on and off transport. We therefore recommend you travel with a backpack.

What time can I check in at my arrival hotel?

Check-in times can vary from hotel to hotel and region to region. Generally, they are between midday and 2pm. If you do arrive earlier, you’ll be able to store your luggage with the hotel and head out to explore for a couple of hours.

Do I get any free time?

Yes!, the beauty of travelling with us is that we encourage travellers to explore at their own pace. When you get to a destination, your leader will offer options on what you can do.

Will I be able to do any laundry?

Along the way there are usually chances to do laundry, either through your hotel or using local services. Your leader will be able to let you know once you are on the trip.

We can never guarantee your phone will work as desired, as many of our destinations are out of the way and you may have limited coverage. Alternatively, you can usually pick up a local sim card on the cheap.

Will I get internet coverage?

Some places have Wi-Fi hot spots everywhere and other places will have no coverage at all. If you stumble into the latter, take the rare chance to just sit back and get to know your fellow travellers the old-fashioned way.

Will I be able to charge my electrical appliances?

In most places you’ll be able to recharge your appliances at the hotel. We recommend you bring a travel adapter with you. Be sure to bring an extra camera battery just in case.

Is tipping commonplace?

Yes, in most places tipping is expected. At your welcome meeting, ask your leader about the local custom and advice on how much is recommended at restaurants or with local guides. At the end of your trip, if you’re happy with the service you received, providing a tip for the leader – though not compulsory – is appropriate.

When is the best season to go on this adventure?

The best season is from September to April when it is not that hot.

What’s the minimum and maximum age?

The suggested age is from 18 to 60, but minors of 12 years old are also allowed if accompanied by adults.

How large are the groups for each experience?

The groups may be of 4 to 18 people

What can I do on spare days?

You can choose to have yoga classes/ bollywood dance classes in Jaipur/ cooking classes in Delhi/Jaipur/Agra/Varanasi/ or watch a bollywood movie in the cinema. You can also spend a day with an elephant in jaipur or go for a food tour in different cities by a local tour guide. All you have to do is ask your tour leader and he can suggest different options.

Regarding the meals included, what's the menu going to be like?

Breakfast is continental ( eggs, coffee, tea, toast, juice etc.) and dinner or lunch is Indian ( vegetarian and non vegetarian options). It is also possible to have vegan meals, if you request it on booking. Continental or Italian food is also available at some hotels and restaurants where you travel.

Regarding meals that are not included, what’s the average price of each meal?

The average price for the food not included costs around 5 to 10 USD per person.

The weather in November is mild with mornings around 8 to 10ºC and afternoons with temperatures from 20 to 22ªC. Macleodganj is a bit colder, but there are no extreme temperatures. September to March is the best season regarding the weather.

Are there bathrooms in the places visited?

Yes, but they are usually not in the occidental style. We suggest women to travel with a silicone urinal.

What other recommendations do you have?

If you are traveling after the Diwali Festival, we suggest asking the guide to get filtering masks for you to wear during the following days to the festival, since the air gets very polluted. We also suggest bargaining in some places, especially in touristic sites, where the souvenirs price might be even 5x higher than the original cost.

What currency do you recommend I bring? Where can I change?

The official currency of India is the Indian rupee (₹, INR). We recommend that you change to the local currency before arriving in the country. It is also possible to bring US dollars and change them on arrival in the country. Some businesses accept international credit and debit cards. Smaller cities may not have ATMs, so it is recommended that you carry some cash on hand. ###MX In the following league you can find an estimate of the current exchange rate in Mexican Pesos: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=INR&To=MXN ###CO In the following league you can find an estimate of the current exchange rate in Colombian Pesos: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=INR&To=COP Note: The exchange rate may vary depending on the bank or exchange house where it is processed.

Does it include international flights to reach the destination?

No, this experience does not include international and/or local flights. ###MX The approximate fare leaving Mexico is $17,450.00 MXN ###CO The approximate fare leaving Bogota is $1,030 USD NOTE: The rates presented above are merely indicative, the price may vary according to time.

How can I travel from June to August and what should I consider to be able to do

The months of June, July and August are considered months of a lot of rain in India, those considered "monsoons", so it is not recommended to travel to India during that season. It is important to consider that during this season your itinerary may be affected, complicating transfers between destinations and having to make changes to it to be able to visit and learn as much as possible. Because these effects depend 100% on the weather, we cannot know what they will be until you are at your destination. Your guide will inform you if it is necessary to take anything into account.

Tour Insight Of India

Airport Transfer

From the airport to the hotel and back.

Transportation

Car and Trains

Accommodation

14 nights in the hotels mentioned in itinerary, double rooms

Meals

Breakfast as mentioned in the itinerary.

Spanish speaking guides

Spanish Speaking Tour guide (Authorized by Government of India)

Activities

Block printing workshop, Yoga, Trekking and Meditation

Cooking class

Cooking class (Including meals)

Not included:

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Day 1 Arrival at Delhi- Free day
8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Arrival at Delhi- Free day

Today you arrive at the International Airport of Delhi. The tour representative will be waiting for you at the airport, and will be holding a sign with your name.
You are greeted with a traditional welcome from India, and you are transferred to your hotel. Any assistance will be provided when you register at your hotel. After this long trip to get here, the rest of the day is free to relax.
Note: Remember to book a flight that departs at least one day prior to the beginning of your experience. You must send the flight details to your guide with anticipation for the airport pick up, this service is available throughout this whole first day. If you are unable to identify the tour representative at the airport, please contact us on the emergency number that will be provided after booking.
Timings in the itinerary are approximate and may change in destination.
Meals: not included
Accommodation: Park Inn/ Radisson Blue/ Four Point by Sheraton or Mahagun Sarovar Portico 4* Category (or similar) in Delhi, DBL Room
Day 2 Sightseeing of Delhi
8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Sightseeing of Delhi

A local guide will be waiting for you at the hotel. After breakfast you will be taken for the full day combined sightseeing of New and Old Delhi to visit Jama Mosque with a rickshaw ride, where you will see the biggest spice market of Asia in Old Delhi, RajGhat, Lotus Temple and Qutab Minar.
You get lunch at 1:30 pm approximately.
You will pass through important Government Buildings like India Gate, Parliament House of India, President Palace and Diplomatic Area.
The tour ends with the visit of Bangla sahib and you are later driven to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Park Inn/ Radisson Blue/ Four Point by Sheraton or Mahagun Sarovar Portico 4* Category (or similar) in Delhi, DBL Room
Day 3 Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur
8:00 am - 9:00 pm

Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur

You are driven to Jaipur in the morning (journey of 4.5 hours). On the way you stop for a quick refreshment.
You leave the hotel to take a traditional Indian class and enjoy the food.
Transfer from your hotel to continue sharing the experience with the rest of the group.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Crimson Park Hotel or similar in Jaipur, double occupancy
Day 4 Sightseeing- Craftlesson in Jaipur
8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Sightseeing- Craftlesson in Jaipur

After breakfast you visit Amber fort on the way to Jal mahal. Later with the help of local artisans you will learn one of the oldest printing techniques in India.
In the afternoon, there will be time to visit one of the amazing places in the city of Jaipur, such as the spectacular City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and Hawa Mahal. You have free time in the afternoon to do some shopping at the market.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Crimson Park Hotel or similar in Jaipur, double occupancy
Day 5 Jaipur to Agra- Taj Mahal
8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Jaipur to Agra- Taj Mahal

Today you travel to Agra, home to one of the wonders of the modern world: the Taj Mahal. The best moments to visit this monument are sunrise and sunset, as the sun turns to the beautiful shades of white marble. See Taj Mahal at sunset time from Mehtab Garden.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Maple Grand Hotel 3* category or similar in Agra, double occupancy
Day 6 Agra to Delhi (by car) - Delhi to Amritsar (by train
6:00 am - 8:00 pm

Agra to Delhi (by car) - Delhi to Amritsar (by train

Visit Taj Mahal at sunrise. This is the best time to enjoy the sunshine with beautiful romantic monument build by mughal empror Shahjahan for his beloved wife mumtaz.
After breakfast, visit some local arts. Later, drive to New Delhi Railway Station for onward journey to Amritsar.
Train: Amritsar Shtbdi (12013) (Anubhuti First Calss)
Departure from New Delhi Railway Station: 04:30 pm aprox.
Arrival at Amritsar railway station: 10:30 pm aprox.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation : Ritz Plaza 4* category or similar in Agra, double occupancy
Day 7 Amritsar Sightseeing
9:30 am - 6:00 pm

Amritsar Sightseeing

Visit The city that houses the holiest sanctuary of Sikhism, the spectacular Golden Temple. Enjoy a moment of peace in this deeply spiritual place, where all are welcome.
In the evening, drive to Wagah, a city on the India-Pakistan border, where a military show takes place every day as the border closes. India and Pakistan are intense rivals, and this ceremony embodies these historical tensions.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation : Ritz Plaza 4* category or similar in Agra, double occupancy
Day 8 Head to the hills in Dharamsala
9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Head to the hills in Dharamsala

Mild the Punjab plains and head to MacLeodganj/Dharamsala, which is known as Little Tibet because it is the seat of the Tibetan government-in-exile and the home of the Dalai Lama.
After arrival, have free time on arrival day to take a hike through the beautiful valley and visit local shops and Buddhist sites.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Paradiso 4* or similar in Dharamsala, double occupancy
Day 9 Learn about Tibetan Buddhism in Dharamsala
9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Learn about Tibetan Buddhism in Dharamsala

Visit the Dalai Lama temple and have the opportunity to accompany the Buddhist monks in their daily activities, such as practicing deep meditation and discussing Buddhist scriptures. Visit the home and Tibetan library of the Dalai Lama. Bhagsu nag temple and bhagsunag waterfall. On the way, stop at the church of Saint John in the desert. In the last visit to the local market and craft shops.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Paradiso 4* or similar in Dharamsala, double occupancy
Day 10 Trek around Dharamsala
9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Trek around Dharamsala

Duration of the walk = 08:30 am to 06:30 pm aprox.
Take a trek in the Himalayas, starting at McLeodGanj and ending at Triund, at 2,900m/9,214ft. It is a beautiful walk through mixed forests of cedar and oak, as well as rhododendron plants (which bloom in the spring). Triund is situated on a ridge with a fine view of the entire Kangra valley on one side and the Dhauladhar range on the other. You can stop at any point and ask your guide to come back if you are not tired or comfortable.
Note: We suggest carrying a wind jacket for the trek and wearing comfortable shoes which are suitable for the terrain. There might be loose stones on the road, so watch out for them.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Paradiso 4* or similar in Dharamsala, double occupancy
Day 11 Dharamsala to Chandigarh
10:00 am - 7:30 pm

Dharamsala to Chandigarh

Transfer to Chandigarh after breakfast. it will be a 6-7 hour drive.
On arrival we will visit one of the famous and beautiful gardens of the city called Rock garden. This garden is built by an Engineer with material waste and then we will check in at the hotel. Spend the night at your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: : Hotel Velvet Clarks Inn 3* category or similar in Chandigarh, double occupancy
Day 12 Rishikesh
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Rishikesh

On the way we will stop at Haridwar to see the famous haridwar ghats
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Divine Ganga Cottage 3* category or similar in Rishikesh, DBL room
Day 13 Yoga and meditation in Rishikesh
7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Yoga and meditation in Rishikesh

After early morning yoga at your hotel, you can relax and have your breakfast.
Later we will visit Rishikesh. Rishikesh is known as the international capital of yoga, and you will have the opportunity to practice yoga and meditation in the holy city on the Ganges in your own hotel.
Day 14 Ayurveda in Rishikesh
9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Ayurveda in Rishikesh

Take a walk around Rishikesh in the morning and settle in for a couple of hours. Enjoy the environment. If you want you can have an Ayurveda massage (not included in the cost).
In the afternoon we will take you to another important ghat (river bank) where you will enjoy the AARTI ceremony.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Divine Ganga Cottage 3* category or similar in Rishikesh, DBL room
Day 15 Rishikesh to Delhi
9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Rishikesh to Delhi

One day transfer to Delhi by road. We will leave you at the airport at night to continue your trip.
Note: Your flight must leave after 7 PM, otherwise you must add the corresponding extra (only flights from 4 to 7 PM are allowed). If your flight departs before 4 PM you will have to pay a private supplement at your destination.
Remember that you must be at the airport 3 hours before the departure of your flight.
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Not included.

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Arrival at Delhi- Free day

Sightseeing of Delhi

Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur

Sightseeing- Craftlesson in Jaipur

Jaipur to Agra- Taj Mahal

Agra to Delhi (by car) - Delhi to Amritsar (by train

Amritsar Sightseeing

Head to the hills in Dharamsala

Learn about Tibetan Buddhism in Dharamsala

Trek around Dharamsala

Dharamsala to Chandigarh

Rishikesh

Yoga and meditation in Rishikesh

Ayurveda in Rishikesh

Rishikesh to Delhi

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